SW-Motech Handle Bar Installation

[Turk]

Recently I had this installed on my bike...the mechanic drilled wholes for plastic inserts , the whole for the throttle was misplaced. Now the throttle cables go over the ignition switch and it makes it difficult to reach the switch. I was told by someone on this form that I should cut the plastic inserts instead of drilling wholes on the bar, but the yamaha mechanic tells me that I need the whole for throttle to be stable. In order to fix it we need to drill a another whole which I am affraid that it would make the bar weaker...any ideas how should I go about fixing this issue. THanks

 

[jajpko]

Recently I had this installed on my bike...the mechanic drilled wholes for plastic inserts , the whole for the throttle was misplaced. Now the throttle cables go over the ignition switch and it makes it difficult to reach the switch. I was told by someone on this form that I should cut the plastic inserts instead of drilling wholes on the bar, but the yamaha mechanic tells me that I need the whole for throttle to be stable. In order to fix it we need to drill a another whole which I am affraid that it would make the bar weaker...any ideas how should I go about fixing this issue. THanks

I don't think it will make much of a difference. Might depend on how close the holes are. If the tech mis-drilled the holes he should be responsible. jmho

 

[Turk]

well, you are right but Yamaha tech was not the one who drilled the hole....he was more like a freelance handy man ) cheap labor ....well I guess I got what i paid for...

 

[switchback]

the yamaha mechanic tells me that I need the whole for throttle to be stable.

This is a bunch of BS. Grind down the pegs that go in the holes and be done with it. I have done this to nearly every bike I have owned with no issues.

 

[JonnyCinco]

you will not make the bars weak. I have drilled plenty of holes in my clip-ons without issue. As for the plastic peg being BS. it is not. You need that peg to prevent the throttle housing from turning on the bar. Its either that or you can and will most likely over torque the housing bolts themselves trying gto get it snug....which will crack your housing and then you are out an OEM throttle housing.

Just drill another hole. Remember, you should not be putting alot of wieght through the bars anyway 8)

 

[Turk]

Two very good arguments...I don't know which way to go :-\

 

[markjenn]

Two very good arguments...I don't know which way to go :-\

If you're looking for unanimous agreement on this subject, probably come to the wrong place. Lots of guys grind the plastic nubs off and find their housings stable enough, at least for awhile, and it does allow some adjustment latitude. But if you want long-term stability to the levels the bike was originally designed, I'd leave them and drill the holes. There is a reason bikes come with these nubs. I've bought several used bikes with ground off nubs, loose switchgear, and stripped out threads in the housings.

As to weakening the bar significantly by drilling, that is BS for the same reason you don't significantly weaken a house by drilling holes in the wall to hang your HDTV.

- Mark

 

[Blue_eyes]

Recently I had this installed on my bike...the mechanic drilled wholes for plastic inserts , the whole for the throttle was misplaced. Now the throttle cables go over the ignition switch and it makes it difficult to reach the switch. I was told by someone on this form that I should cut the plastic inserts instead of drilling wholes on the bar, but the yamaha mechanic tells me that I need the whole for throttle to be stable. In order to fix it we need to drill a another whole which I am affraid that it would make the bar weaker...any ideas how should I go about fixing this issue. THanks

Was fitting the handlebars a paid service? If so, have the guy that screwed up solve the issue he created. Meaning have them buy you a new handlebar and drill the hole in the right spot.

Afterall, the reason why you had them do this was to prevent this from happening in the first place I guess?

Why settle for less than the outcome you asked them to deliver and paid them for.

 

[jajpko]

Two very good arguments...I don't know which way to go :-\

Ok, I'll try to make up your mind for you.. ::025::

Measure twice and drill once. Tighten everything down, and go riding. ::26::

 

[Tremor38]

I would drill the holes. The switch gear will be OK at first with the grinded-off knubs, but are apt to become loose over time. Just experiment with what position is best for you before drilling.